Assignment Management Services

Few processes in a company’s value chain involve as much care and expense as that of sending personnel abroad. The challenge for HR managers is to design the whole process in such a way that both corporate goals and employee expectations are met whilst still satisfying all the legal requirements. In strategic terms this sounds very simple, but in reality there are many hurdles to overcome, which pose the risk of increased liability and costs to the firm. Added to this, it is extremely difficult and time consuming for HR managers to keep up with constant amendments to legislation in different host countries.

BDAE Consult GmbH offers comprehensive consulting services for companies, employees and private individuals concerning the legal structure of international assignments as well as preparations for them. Together with our partners across the globe, we are able to advise on the subject of residency and employment law, social security law, tax law and issues surrounding remuneration. In addition, we offer assistance with moving and searching for accommodation, as well as intercultural and safety training.

Advice on employment law when reintegrating employees returning from international assignments

Social Security Law

Review of planned overseas transfers with regard to social security legislation

In-depth advice for employers and employees concerning the implications of foreign assignments on aspects of social security, and tailored solutions to provide the best possible protection for employees

Completion of entire application procedure on your behalf (e.g. secondment certificates, special agreements, official communications on assignment and repatriation, reimbursement of German social security contributions)

Assessment of social security legalities where employment involves several countries

Tax Law

We are working together with notable international tax advisors that inform you about tax law of the assignment country of your expatriate and about double taxation agreements and much more besides:

Advice on fiscal obligations and the implications of international assignments for employers and employees

Preparation of ongoing tax returns in Germany

Assistance with finding a tax consultant in the host country

Reporting Obligations (EU, EWR, CH)

Due to differences in national regulations and the associated requirements,Due to differences in national regulations and the associated requirements,businesses need to invest in a great deal of administrative work in order tomeet their obligations.

Notification of secondments

Appointment of representatives

Documentation requirements

Even business trips lasting a single day may need to be reported in advance. Failure to comply with this obligation can result in substantial fines and more serious consequences.

We offer support for a strategic approach to developing an in-house reporting obligation system. We take over responsibility for the whole process and provide the necessary expertise.

Renumeration

We provide information about common expatriation allowances, cost-of-living and housing costs of the target country and also about home trip arrangements.